ADNOC Announces $440 Billion U.S. Investment Drive, Marking Six-Fold Expansion

Abu Dhabi, June 2025 — In a landmark announcement that underscores the deepening economic ties between the United Arab Emirates and the United States, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has unveiled plans to increase its investments in the U.S. energy sector six-fold over the next decade, totaling an estimated $440 billion.

The announcement was made by Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Group CEO of ADNOC and the UAE’s Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, during a high-level event in Washington, D.C. He emphasized that the United States is not just a key market but an "investment imperative" for ADNOC, highlighting the strategic importance of the American energy and technology landscape.

This bold expansion strategy will include a wide range of initiatives such as a major anchor investment in the largest LNG project currently under development in Texas, a significant expansion in petrochemical assets, and the deployment of over 5.5 gigawatts of renewable energy and storage capacity across various U.S. states. Al Jaber also underscored the critical role of artificial intelligence in this investment drive, calling it a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" and advocating for a bilateral roadmap between the UAE and the U.S. to harness its full potential.

To execute this ambitious strategy, ADNOC will leverage its global investment platform XRG and its renewable energy arm, Masdar. XRG has already established a dedicated office in Washington to serve as the company’s investment hub in the U.S., while Masdar will lead initiatives in solar power, energy storage, and sustainable infrastructure development.

The move follows a high-profile state visit during which the UAE pledged to invest $1.4 trillion across sectors such as energy, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing in partnership with the U.S. government and private sector.

Al Jaber also addressed the growing energy demand from AI technologies and data centers, forecasting that next-generation infrastructure could require up to 150 gigawatts of additional grid capacity within the next five years. He stressed the need for grid modernization and long-term energy planning, positioning ADNOC as a critical player in supporting this transformation.

This $440 billion commitment represents a diversified investment strategy that blends traditional fossil fuel development with clean energy initiatives and cutting-edge AI applications. It is expected to not only enhance ADNOC’s global footprint but also stimulate innovation, job creation, and long-term collaboration between the UAE and U.S. economies.

With this monumental expansion, ADNOC is redefining its role in the global energy market—transforming from a traditional oil and gas player into a forward-looking energy and technology powerhouse aligned with the demands of a rapidly changing world.


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